Xeros, a UK company has invented a washing machine that could wash your clothes with as little as one cup of water. That's incredible considering that would be a 98% reduction in water and energy most people use for laundry now.
"The average household uses almost 21 litres of water daily on clothes washing, 13 percent of daily household water consumption, according to Waterwise, a non-government organisation focused on decreasing water wastage," Reuters says.
While a lot of people are reusing their washing machine water, which accounts for an approximated 42% of household grey water (not toilet water), reducing it to one cup per load would make an incredible difference.
In the sweltering summer, a lot more emphasis is put on conserving water, but it's not just hotter months we need to be monitor our water consumption. Monitoring it all year, through innovations like this one by Xeros, will ensure a more comfortable future for everyone.
Waterless Washing Machines
Xeros Uses Only 1 Cup of Water/Load
Trend Themes
1. Waterless Washing Machines - Water-saving appliances are trending to meet the need for sustainable homes.
2. Sustainable Laundry Products - The trend of using eco-friendly laundry products is growing as people become more aware of their environmental impact.
3. Smart Water Management Systems - The trend of integrating smart water management systems in households is on the rise to reduce water waste and conserve resources.
Industry Implications
1. Home Appliances - Opportunities for appliance manufacturers to create more innovative water-saving products such as washing machines and dishwashers for consumers who are environmentally conscious.
2. Laundry Detergent and Fabric Softener - The trend of sustainable laundry products creates opportunities for companies to produce more eco-friendly detergents and softeners.
3. Smart Home Technology - The trend of integrating smart water management systems in households creates opportunities for companies to produce devices that can track water usage and conserve resources.